Writing Services
Copyediting
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Mechanical Editing (spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation)
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Address technical and global issues
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Look for issues with continuity and inconsistencies
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Point out wordiness and convoluted text
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Editorial stylesheet
Line Editing
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Rewriting of wordy or convoluted text
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Strengthening prose in regard to mood and tone
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Edits in accordance with Chicago Manual of Style, content, and language
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Editorial stylesheet
Developmental Editing
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Provide guidance in reorganization of manuscript
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Comments in the margins regarding author choice, areas of improvement, and praise for good writing
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Detailed notes in regard to characters, plot, story, tone, mood, etc.
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One-hour "coaching session" and thirty minute outline evaluation
Publishing Services
Publishing Evaluation
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Prepare chapter samples, query letter, and synopsis for submission to a literary agent or publishing house
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Evaluation of the first 20,000 words of novel and edit of query letter and synopsis
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One-hour coaching call to discuss evaluation document, offer suggestions to improve the work, answer any pressing questions
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An example of an evaluation is available upon request.
Book Layout and Design
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Graphic Design
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Book Cover Design
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Typography
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Editorial Layout
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Logo Design
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Illustration including icons, infographics, children’s book illustrations
E-Book and Paperback Publishing
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Format manuscript (.docx) into e-book file for IngramSpark
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Complete "Book Details" and "Book Content" sections of the Amazon Dashboard
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Proof check on formatted manuscript
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Assistance navigating IngramSpark dashboards
Editing Services
Ghostwriting
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Write complete book based on outline or from scratch in various genres
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Extensive rewrites on a completed book
Writer Coaching
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Assist writer during the writing process
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Reading time to assess progress of writing
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Coaching calls to discuss progress and help plan book
Request Editing Services
Fill out the form and upload a sample up to 5,000 words
If you are interested in learning more about our service(s) and our prices, please fill out the the form below. The information you provide will be used to prepare a quote for the services you need for your book.
We prefer you to upload your full manuscript so we can use our expertise to assess the service(s) needed. Shorter samples are also accepted.
At minimum, we need your name, email address, book description, and your manuscript (as a Word document only, please). Please fill out any unrequired fields with information that will help us better serve you.
Once we have assessed your manuscript, you will receive an email with a quote for the service(s) we believe your book needs.
If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us at info@crazednovelist.com.